LAWTON, Okla_The newly named
Apache Casino Hotel is wrapping up construction and putting the finishing
touches on what soon will be Lawton's
first casino, hotel and restaurant trio.
It's been a
long journey, starting with an idea in 2007 and many downward spirals due to
the economy, but the doors are set to open on August 25th.
We got a first
glance at a suite, the coffee bar, conference rooms and even a peek into the
kitchen of their new fine dining restaurant.
Apache Tribe Chairman
Jeff Haozous feels the Apache Casino Hotel is filling a need in the community.
"All over
on the eastern half of the state, there are a number of casino hotels. There
aren't any on the western half of Oklahoma.
It provides a place for meetings, it provides a place or gatherings, lodging
and restaurants and I think that in addition to being a good place for our
players to stay, I think the folks that live in Lawton will also enjoy it as
well."
The 132 room
hotel has a modern feel and unique decor.
"The theme
that we built on was the fun colorful atmosphere within the gaming floor. We
extended that, it's a little calmer because this a place where people come to
rest but it still has things that are offered in hotels that you typically
wouldn't find in a market like Lawton."
Haozous also
said the casino hotel is going to be an economic boost, bringing in tourists
and by providing hundreds of jobs.
